Synonyms of nephrosis

Noun


1. nephrotic syndrome, nephrosis, syndrome

usage: a syndrome characterized by edema and large amounts of protein in the urine and usually increased blood cholesterol; usually associated with glomerulonephritis or with a complication of various systemic diseases

2. kidney disease, renal disorder, nephropathy, nephrosis, uropathy

usage: a disease affecting the kidneys

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Definition and meaning of nephrosis (Dictionary)